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Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II — Standard zoom · 695 g · XD linear
Sony

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Standard zoom · 695 g · XD linear

95
/ 100
From $2,298
VS
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM — L-series zoom · 5-stop IS · Weather-sealed
Canon

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM

L-series zoom · 5-stop IS · Weather-sealed

95
/ 100
From $2,299
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II lands at 95 and Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II if…

  • ✓Much lighter than v1
  • ✓Superb AF speed
  • ✓Zero focus breathing

Pick Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM if…

  • ✓Sharp corner-to-corner
  • ✓5-stop in-lens stabilization
  • ✓Weather-sealed L-series build
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Autofocus

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II leads on af (98 vs 96).

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Compared on the build sub-score

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM leads on build (96 vs 94).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II 95
vs
95 Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Score breakdown

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
95
sharpness 96
af 98
build 94
value 86
stabilization 0
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM
95
sharpness 96
af 96
build 96
value 80
stabilization 95

Specs side-by-side

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II versus Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM — full spec comparison
Spec Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM
Mount
Sony E
Canon RF
Aperture
f/2.8
f/2.8 to f/22
Weight
▲ 695 g
900 g
Filter size
82 mm
—
Focal length
—
24-70 mm
Construction
—
21 elements / 15 groups
Stabilization
—
5 stops
Min focus
—
0.21 m
Filter
—
82 mm

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Pros
  • +Much lighter than v1
  • +Superb AF speed
  • +Zero focus breathing
Cons
  • −Still expensive
  • −No IS (relies on body IBIS)
  • −Hood rattle complaints

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Pros
  • +Sharp corner-to-corner
  • +5-stop in-lens stabilization
  • +Weather-sealed L-series build
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Heavier than DSLR predecessor
  • −Variable rear element

FAQ: Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II vs Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM

Which is better, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM? +

Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II worth the price? +

At $2,298, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in af.

Is Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM worth the price? +

At $2,299, Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for autofocus, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM? +

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II — leads on af (98 vs 96). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.

Which is better for build, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II or Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM? +

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM — leads on build (96 vs 94). Compared on the build sub-score.